Meaning & Definition of word "Inexcusable"
Inexcusable
/ˌɪn.ɪkˈskjuː.zə.bəl/
adjective:
- 1. Not excusable; impossible to excuse or justify.
- Example: His behavior during the meeting was inexcusable and unprofessional.
- 2. Describing an action or behavior that is considered too bad to be pardoned.
- Example: The inexcusable neglect of the duties led to serious consequences for the team.
- 3. Referring to something that cannot be excused, especially in a moral context.
- Example: It is inexcusable to treat others with such disrespect.
- 4. Indicating that an event or situation cannot reasonably be justified.
- Example: The delays were inexcusable given the ample resources available.
Etymology
●Derived from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'excusable' from Latin 'excusabilis', meaning 'justifiable'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
inexcusable behavior:
Actions that cannot be justified.
inexcusable mistake:
An error that is beyond justification.
Related Words
excuse:
To attempt to lessen the blame attached to a fault or offense.
justifiable:
Able to be shown as reasonable or merited.
Slang Meanings of inexcusable
Meaning: Totally unacceptable.
● Example Sentence: That kind of behavior? That’s just inexcusable!
Meaning: No way to justify it.
● Example Sentence: His excuses were inexcusable; everyone saw what happened.